Emulsion bitumen is a liquefied type of bitumen with a low viscosity. By dispersing bitumen in water and adding an emulsifier, ordinary bitumen turns into a low viscosity liquid that can easily be used in a variety of applications, including repairing and maintaining roads, waterproofing, spraying, etc.
Emulsions make it easy to handle, store, transport, and apply bitumen at a lower temperature. Since this type of bitumen is liquid, there is no need to heat it before application.
Moreover, applying bitumen emulsions using cold techniques reduces energy consumption and makes road construction environmentally friendlier.